STM 3006 Technical Production and Management 2

STAFFING:

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SYNOPSIS:

This course completes the final stages of preparation for student entry into the live entertainment industry as a theatre practitioner/stage manager. The course focuses on the practical implementation of stage management techniques through the conduct of public performance/associated activities. A period of secondment with a professional performing arts organization may be undertaken.

OBJECTIVES:

On successful completion of this course students will be able to:

1. comprehend the processes and terminology used by a Stage Manager and/or senior technical or administrative position;
2. make a significant contribution to productions in a leadership role as a Stage Manager and/or senior technical or administrative position, by the articulation of sound technical theatre practice and assisting other members of the team to reach precision with their craft;
3. take responsibility for establishing, maintaining and managing an appropriate awareness and understanding of ethical and artistic values within other members of the production and artistic staff;
4. act, at all times, and to encourage others to act in a way that characterizes a value system (including appropriate work ethic and regard for health and safety) consistent with a professional theatre environment;
5. identify the strengths, weaknesses, structure and niche of significant companies in relation to the entertainment industry as a whole and be able to communicate this effectively, evaluating it in relation to their own practice and the interests of their peers.

TOPICS:

TEXT and MATERIALS required to be PURCHASED or accessed:

ALL textbooks and materials are available for purchase from USQ BOOKSHOP (unless otherwise stated). Orders may be placed via secure internet, free fax 1800642453, phone 07 46312742 (within Australia), or mail. Overseas students should fax +61 7 46311743, or phone +61 7 46312742. For costs, further details, and internet ordering, use the 'Textbook Search' facility at http://bookshop.usq.edu.au click 'Semester', then enter your 'Course Code' (no spaces).

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STUDENT WORKLOAD REQUIREMENTS:

ASSESSMENT DETAILS:

NOTES:

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Further details about the due dates are provided to students at the first class meeting for the term.

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Further details about the due dates are provided to students at the first class meeting for the term.

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Further details about the due dates are provided to students at the first class meeting for the term.

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Further details about the due dates are provided to students at the first class meeting for the term.

IMPORTANT ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

1. Attendance requirements:
   It is the students' responsibility to attend and participate appropriate in all activities (such as lectures, tutorials, laboratories and practical work) scheduled for them, and to study all material provided to them or required to be accessed by them to maximise their chance of meeting the objectives of the course and to be informed of course-related activities and administration.
2. Requirements for students to complete each assessment item satisfactorily:
   To complete each of the assessment items satisfactorily, students must obtain at least 50% of the marks available for each assessment item.
3. Penalties for late submission of required work:
   If students submit assignments after the due date without prior approval, then a penalty of 10% of the total marks available for the assignment will apply for each of the first FIVE working days late, after which a zero mark will be given.
4. Requirements for student to be awarded a passing grade in the course:
   To be assured of a passing grade, students must demonstrate, via the summative assessment items, that they have achieved the required minimum standards in relation to the objectives of the course by obtaining at least 50% of the total weighted marks for all summative assessment.
5. Method used to combine assessment results to attain final grade:
   The final grades for students will be assigned on the basis of the weighted aggregate of the marks (or grades) obtained for each of the summative assessment items in the course.
6. Examination information:
   There is no exam for this course.
7. Examination period when Deferred/Supplementary examinations will be held:
   Given the details under (6) above, there are no deferred exams for this course. However, if any deferred/makeup work is granted, it would have to be submitted by a date set by the examiner.
8. University Regulations:
   Students should read USQ Regulations 5.1 Definitions, 5.6. Assessment, and 5.10 Academic Misconduct for further information and to avoid actions which might contravene University Regulations. These regulations can be found at the URL http://www.usq.edu.au/corporateservices/calendar/part5.htm or in the current USQ Handbook.

ASSESSMENT NOTES